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Amy Kuschel

Amy Kuschel

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I bought the dress from the Amy Kuschel store in San Francisco in the spring of 2017 when I was living there. After trying on a bunch of frilly, stuffy dresses elsewhere that did not feel like me, this one was elegant, classic yet interesting, and made me feel beautiful while still feeling like me. Amy herself was there the day I bought it and helped me make the final decision. The dress is so well made, and the beauty is in its simplicity as well as the details like the drape of the fabric that hugs you just the right way, the lace, and the buttons on the back. It feels special and romantic without being overly delicate or stuffy.

On the day, the dress looked perfect, and I received so many compliments it. Equally important was that it was easy to move in the whole night. We had a city wedding in a funky art gallery, but this dress would be at home in many different settings. I am 5’7″ and 125 pounds, and I wore it with a strapless bra, although you could also go without one. The dress was altered slightly but is not overly fitted so is forgiving for different body types.

I love looking back at the pictures and admiring the dress, and I hope someone else will enjoy the gown as much as I did!

Taken in very slightly at the hips and a small amount of fabric was removed from the bodice to make it a little less blousy. Was also hemmed for me (I am 5'7" and wore 2.5 inc heels), train shortened, and American-style bustle added. I had the tailor move the sash so the bow tied in the back, but this could easily be switched around depending on your preference.

Dress was dry cleaned right after the wedding by the best dry cleaner I have ever used in Philadelphia. It has been hanging in the original garment bag in a dry, clean closet by itself since I got it back from the cleaners in October 2017. There are a few remaining very minor scuffs of the bottom hem, which are not noticeable and could easily be hemmed off. Otherwise really great condition.
I am happy to have it preserved by a specialist if that is your preference and will add the cost to the price of the dress.